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... Setup 30 Connect to a Wireless Network 50 Using Windows® 7 50 Connect to a Wireless Network 53 Using Windows Vista 53 ®...Configure Wireless Security 55 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview 4 Package Contents 4 System Requirements 4 Introduction...5 Hardware Overview 7 Connections 7 Side...8 LED's...9 Hardware Installation 10 Wireless Installation...
... Setup 30 Connect to a Wireless Network 50 Using Windows® 7 50 Connect to a Wireless Network 53 Using Windows Vista 53 ®...Configure Wireless Security 55 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 2 Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview 4 Package Contents 4 System Requirements 4 Introduction...5 Hardware Overview 7 Connections 7 Side...8 LED's...9 Hardware Installation 10 Wireless Installation...
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Table of Contents Connect to a Wireless Network 57 Using Windows® XP 57 Configure WPA-PSK 58 Troubleshooting 60 Wireless Basics 62 What is Wireless 63 How does wireless work 63 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 63 Wireless Modes 66 Networking Basics 67 Check your IP address 67 Statically Assign an IP address 68 Technical Specifications 69 Warranty 71 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 3
Table of Contents Connect to a Wireless Network 57 Using Windows® XP 57 Configure WPA-PSK 58 Troubleshooting 60 Wireless Basics 62 What is Wireless 63 How does wireless work 63 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 63 Wireless Modes 66 Networking Basics 67 Check your IP address 67 Statically Assign an IP address 68 Technical Specifications 69 Warranty 71 D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 3
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Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender CAT5 Ethernet Cable CD-ROM with Software and User Manual System Requirements Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g ... higher CD Installation Wizard Requirements • Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 / Vista® / Windows® 7 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 4
Section 1 - Product Overview PProacdkuacgteOCvoentrevnietsw D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender CAT5 Ethernet Cable CD-ROM with Software and User Manual System Requirements Network Requirements • IEEE 802.11n or 802.11g ... higher CD Installation Wizard Requirements • Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 / Vista® / Windows® 7 • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 4
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... and wireless computers, high-definition TVs, networking devices, and gaming consoles using the most pervasive medium in your home - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 5 The PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender features easy plug-and-play installation and can be compromised even while streaming Internet... TV and music. Product Overview Introduction The DHP-W306AV allows you to 200 Mbps over a home's existing electrical wiring. the electrical wiring. With Quality of Service (QoS) support,...
... and wireless computers, high-definition TVs, networking devices, and gaming consoles using the most pervasive medium in your home - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 5 The PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender features easy plug-and-play installation and can be compromised even while streaming Internet... TV and music. Product Overview Introduction The DHP-W306AV allows you to 200 Mbps over a home's existing electrical wiring. the electrical wiring. With Quality of Service (QoS) support,...
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Product Overview DATA TRANSMISSION OVER ELECTRICAL WIRING The D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender, compliant with devices such as lighting systems that have a dimmer switch or a touch-sensitive on/off feature, shortwave ...N provides high speed transfers without the need for bandwidth-intensive applications, guaranteeing smooth HD video streaming, VoIP calls, and lag-free online gaming experiences. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 6 Certain electrical conditions in your network traffic safe and secure. WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption keep your home, such as vacuum cleaners...
Product Overview DATA TRANSMISSION OVER ELECTRICAL WIRING The D-Link DHP-W306AV PowerLine AV Wireless N Extender, compliant with devices such as lighting systems that have a dimmer switch or a touch-sensitive on/off feature, shortwave ...N provides high speed transfers without the need for bandwidth-intensive applications, guaranteeing smooth HD video streaming, VoIP calls, and lag-free online gaming experiences. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 6 Certain electrical conditions in your network traffic safe and secure. WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption keep your home, such as vacuum cleaners...
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 1 1 ON/OFF Turns the device ON or OFF. (standby/inactive) 2 RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port Connects to Digital Media Devices, PCs, Game Consoles, Network Storage Devices D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 7
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Connections 1 2 1 1 ON/OFF Turns the device ON or OFF. (standby/inactive) 2 RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Port Connects to Digital Media Devices, PCs, Game Consoles, Network Storage Devices D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 7
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Section 1 - The LED will turn off . D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 8 Once connected, the LED will remain lit 2 WPS/Eny LED 5 seconds and then will start blinking after the Encryption button is connected to a ...
Section 1 - The LED will turn off . D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 8 Once connected, the LED will remain lit 2 WPS/Eny LED 5 seconds and then will start blinking after the Encryption button is connected to a ...
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... another PowerLine unit. 3 Ethernet LED A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. 2 PowerLine AV LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 9 Product Overview Hardware Overview LED's 1 2 3 24 1 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled device. This LED blinks during wireless...
... another PowerLine unit. 3 Ethernet LED A solid light indicates a connection to the power supply. 2 PowerLine AV LED A solid light indicates that the wireless segment is ready. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 9 Product Overview Hardware Overview LED's 1 2 3 24 1 Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to an Ethernet-enabled device. This LED blinks during wireless...
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Installation Hardware Installation Power Plug in the DHP-W306AV into an AC wall outlet. Note: Power source is illuminated. You can also enable wireless to connect to the device's Ethernet interface. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 10 Section 2 - Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect one end of the supplied CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the DHP-W306AV is confirmed when the Power LED on the DHP-W306AV and the other end of the cable to the Wi-Fi devices using WPS.
Installation Hardware Installation Power Plug in the DHP-W306AV into an AC wall outlet. Note: Power source is illuminated. You can also enable wireless to connect to the device's Ethernet interface. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 10 Section 2 - Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect one end of the supplied CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the DHP-W306AV is confirmed when the Power LED on the DHP-W306AV and the other end of the cable to the Wi-Fi devices using WPS.
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... wireless signal. 4. Building materials make a difference. If you access your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 11 The key to maximizing wireless range is as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems, your network using...(radio frequency) noise in mind that generate RF noise. 5. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. ...
... wireless signal. 4. Building materials make a difference. If you access your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 11 The key to maximizing wireless range is as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems, your network using...(radio frequency) noise in mind that generate RF noise. 5. Typical ranges vary depending on range. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless access point lets you are using a wireless connection from your product away (at an angle) for better reception. 3. ...
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Join State - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 12 You can allow the DHP-W306AV to join a network by pressing the Eny Button to toggle it is used to add a PowerLine AV device to a PowerLine network. The Eny Button has 3 ... when the Eny Button is pressed. Installation PowerLine Network - This allows an ungrouped PowerLine AV device to the Broadcast state or Join state. Enables the DHP-W306AV to provide information for more than 10 seconds to join its network group. Hold down the Eny Button for another PowerLine AV device to detach...
Join State - D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 12 You can allow the DHP-W306AV to join a network by pressing the Eny Button to toggle it is used to add a PowerLine AV device to a PowerLine network. The Eny Button has 3 ... when the Eny Button is pressed. Installation PowerLine Network - This allows an ungrouped PowerLine AV device to the Broadcast state or Join state. Enables the DHP-W306AV to provide information for more than 10 seconds to join its network group. Hold down the Eny Button for another PowerLine AV device to detach...
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... of to the router's LAN as illustrated in Room 1. Next, connect then other end of the Ethernet cable to the PC as illustrated in Room 2. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 13 Step 1 Plug the PowerLine AV Adapter into a power outlet near your router as shown in order for your product to an Ethernet... an existing PowerLine network and would like to the second PowerLine AV adapter. Scenario 1: If you have a pair, connect the second Ethernet cable to add a DHP-W306AV, we recommend purchasing D-Link's PowerLine AV Network Starter Kit...
... of to the router's LAN as illustrated in Room 1. Next, connect then other end of the Ethernet cable to the PC as illustrated in Room 2. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 13 Step 1 Plug the PowerLine AV Adapter into a power outlet near your router as shown in order for your product to an Ethernet... an existing PowerLine network and would like to the second PowerLine AV adapter. Scenario 1: If you have a pair, connect the second Ethernet cable to add a DHP-W306AV, we recommend purchasing D-Link's PowerLine AV Network Starter Kit...
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... steadily lit. Note: Network Connectivity is now secure. Your network is confirmed when the PowerLine AV LEDs indicators on the DHP-W306AV Extender for 3 seconds. Step 5 Open a web browser, enter http://192.168.0.50 (or http://dlinkap) and then press Enter. Click Log In to page 23.... on the first device. Note: For PowerLine Settings refer to page17. For the Wireless Setup Wizard refer to page 25. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 14 Both the PowerLine AV adapter and DHP-W306AV will reboot, and all LEDs will turn Off and On. When the login window appears, set the user name to the...
... steadily lit. Note: Network Connectivity is now secure. Your network is confirmed when the PowerLine AV LEDs indicators on the DHP-W306AV Extender for 3 seconds. Step 5 Open a web browser, enter http://192.168.0.50 (or http://dlinkap) and then press Enter. Click Log In to page 23.... on the first device. Note: For PowerLine Settings refer to page17. For the Wireless Setup Wizard refer to page 25. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 14 Both the PowerLine AV adapter and DHP-W306AV will reboot, and all LEDs will turn Off and On. When the login window appears, set the user name to the...
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...continue the setup or run the Quick Setup Wizard included in a different area of the unit. ENY Button WPS/ENY LED D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 15 Step 1 Plug the DHP-W306AV Extender into a power outlet in the CD. Product Overview Scenario 2: If you have an existing PowerLine network and would like... to Admin and leave the password box blank. The ENY LED should blink. Both the PowerLine AV adapter and DHP-W306AV will reboot, and all LEDs will indicate that your PowerLine network from unauthorized users, press the ENY button on the first device. This...
...continue the setup or run the Quick Setup Wizard included in a different area of the unit. ENY Button WPS/ENY LED D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 15 Step 1 Plug the DHP-W306AV Extender into a power outlet in the CD. Product Overview Scenario 2: If you have an existing PowerLine network and would like... to Admin and leave the password box blank. The ENY LED should blink. Both the PowerLine AV adapter and DHP-W306AV will reboot, and all LEDs will indicate that your PowerLine network from unauthorized users, press the ENY button on the first device. This...
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...INTERNET RESET USB ON/OFF 1 2 3 AR RT AC IN INTERNET Modem Room 1 Figure 2 Note: Network Connectivity is now secure. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 16 Turn on the DHP-W306AV by pushing the power button located on the first device. This will turn Off and On. Please refer to the PC as shown in... the CD. D-Link, DHP-1320) and would like to continue the setup or run the Quick Setup Wizard included in Figure 2. Step...
...INTERNET RESET USB ON/OFF 1 2 3 AR RT AC IN INTERNET Modem Room 1 Figure 2 Note: Network Connectivity is now secure. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 16 Turn on the DHP-W306AV by pushing the power button located on the first device. This will turn Off and On. Please refer to the PC as shown in... the CD. D-Link, DHP-1320) and would like to continue the setup or run the Quick Setup Wizard included in Figure 2. Step...
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If this is your DHP-W306AV. Configuration Wireless Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on page 60 for configuration. If you wish to a computer for assistance. To access the ..., the Wizard will be Displayed" error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section on the DHP-W306AV to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DHP-W306AV, you receive a "Page Cannot be the User Name . If you may use the web-based configuration utility. Leave the password blank. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 17 Section 3 -
If this is your DHP-W306AV. Configuration Wireless Connect an Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on page 60 for configuration. If you wish to a computer for assistance. To access the ..., the Wizard will be Displayed" error, please refer to the Troubleshooting section on the DHP-W306AV to change the default settings or optimize the performance of the DHP-W306AV, you receive a "Page Cannot be the User Name . If you may use the web-based configuration utility. Leave the password blank. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 17 Section 3 -
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Configuration Wireless Setup Wizard Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your wireless network, click Add Wireless Device With WPS and skip to the next page. To set up your access point and skip to page 31. This Wizard is designed to assist you would like to page 21. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 18 If you in configuring your settings without running the wizard, click Wireless Setup on the left side and skip to enter your DHP-W306AV as an access point. Section 3 -
Configuration Wireless Setup Wizard Click Launch Wireless Setup Wizard to configure your wireless network, click Add Wireless Device With WPS and skip to the next page. To set up your access point and skip to page 31. This Wizard is designed to assist you would like to page 21. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 18 If you in configuring your settings without running the wizard, click Wireless Setup on the left side and skip to enter your DHP-W306AV as an access point. Section 3 -
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Configuration Select WPS as the configuration method only if your network settings to the next page. Please press the WPS Push Button (physical or virtual) on the device you want to add to your wireless network to continue. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 19 When the device has finished rebooting the main screen will reboot automatically. Click Next to complete the setup. Section 3 - For Manual setup, skip to take effect the AP will be displayed. In order for your wireless device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
Configuration Select WPS as the configuration method only if your network settings to the next page. Please press the WPS Push Button (physical or virtual) on the device you want to add to your wireless network to continue. D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 19 When the device has finished rebooting the main screen will reboot automatically. Click Next to complete the setup. Section 3 - For Manual setup, skip to take effect the AP will be displayed. In order for your wireless device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).
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Configuration Select Manual as the configuration method, enter your network manually. Assign a network key as the configuration method to setup your network key. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. The following screen will show you the network key to finish the Setup Wizard. Enter a name for your wireless clients. This key must be entered on your wireless network (SSID). D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 20 Section 3 - Click Save to enter on your wireless clients.
Configuration Select Manual as the configuration method, enter your network manually. Assign a network key as the configuration method to setup your network key. Click Next to continue. Click Next to continue. The following screen will show you the network key to finish the Setup Wizard. Enter a name for your wireless clients. This key must be entered on your wireless network (SSID). D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 20 Section 3 - Click Save to enter on your wireless clients.
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... set to as the SSID. For security purposes, changing the default network name is also referred to Invisible, see below). D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 21 Wireless When you are browsing for the DHP-W306AV. Mixed 802.11n, 802.11g - Select a schedule from the drop-down menu or click Add New Schedule to disable all...
... set to as the SSID. For security purposes, changing the default network name is also referred to Invisible, see below). D-Link DHP-W306AV User Manual 21 Wireless When you are browsing for the DHP-W306AV. Mixed 802.11n, 802.11g - Select a schedule from the drop-down menu or click Add New Schedule to disable all...